Cairo Shopping Tour with Local Crafts Experience

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1. At a papyrus shop in Giza, visitors can see how papyrus is made, following the same ancient process used by the Egyptians. They can buy beautiful papyrus artwork featuring images of pharaohs, gods, and hieroglyphics. Visitors can also get customized pieces with their name written in hieroglyphics. Smaller souvenirs like bookmarks and cards are available as well, making it easy to take home a piece of Egypt’s history.

   45 minAdmission included

2. At an oils and perfume shop in Giza, visitors can explore a variety of natural essential oils and perfumes made from local ingredients. They can learn about the traditional process of extracting oils from flowers and plants, just like the ancient Egyptians used to create their famous scents. Visitors can try different fragrances, from floral to spicy, and even create their own custom blend. Bottles of oils and perfumes come in a range of sizes, making them perfect gifts or personal souvenirs. Shops often offer beautifully designed bottles, adding a touch of elegance to the experience.

   45 minAdmission included

3. At a spice store, visitors can find a wide variety of spices like cumin, coriander, and saffron. They can smell and sample different spices, learn about their uses in Egyptian cooking, and purchase them in bulk or decorative bags. The shop also offers local specialties and herbal teas, making it a great place to find unique souvenirs.

   30 min

4. At a handmade carpet school, visitors can watch skilled artisans create beautiful carpets using traditional weaving techniques. They can learn about the intricate process of handcrafting carpets, from selecting materials to weaving patterns. Visitors have the chance to purchase high-quality, handmade carpets in various sizes and designs, each one unique. The carpets often feature traditional Egyptian and Middle Eastern patterns, making them perfect as home décor or special souvenirs.

   45 minAdmission included

5. At Khan El Khalili Market, visitors can shop for traditional Egyptian goods like jewelry, textiles, and handmade crafts. The market also offers small souvenirs such as statues, magnets, and keychains, making it easy to find perfect gifts or keepsakes. The lively atmosphere allows visitors to immerse themselves in Cairo’s rich history and culture.

   45 minAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Cairo

• Its from-price is 88% below the median of the 10229 experiences we list in Cairo.
• It is shorter than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 4846 of 10229.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Cairo

Cairo is Egypt's sprawling capital on the Nile, where the Pyramids of Giza meet medieval mosques, busy bazaars and the treasures of the pharaohs.

On the western edge of the city, the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx rise from the desert plateau, with the step pyramid of Saqqara and the ruins of Memphis further south. Cairo's great museums, the Egyptian Museum on Tahrir Square and the vast Grand Egyptian Museum beside the plateau, hold artefacts spanning thousands of years.

Top-ranked sights in Cairo: Egyptian Museum (Museum of Egyptian Antiquities), Saqqara (Sakkara), Khan El-Khalili.

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